Opportunity
Federal Register #FAA20262719
FAA Seeks Comments on Renewal of Certificated Training Center Information Collection
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration
Posted
March 30, 2026
Respond By
April 29, 2026
Identifier
FAA20262719
NAICS
611512
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection for Certificated Training Centers. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), West Certification Branch - Scope of Request: - Renewal of information collection for Certificated Training Centers under 14 CFR part 142 - Centers provide training services for aviation employees, primarily pilots, on various types of equipment - Information collected is used by FAA aviation safety inspectors for oversight and compliance - Products/Services Requested: - Training services (not specific products or equipment) - Recordkeeping for trainee qualifications and instructor/evaluator credentials (minimum one year) - Respondents: - Part 142 schools, Part 121 and 135 air carriers, and new applicants for Part 142 certification - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal regulations (14 CFR part 142) - Estimated average burden: 20 hours for new plans, 2 hours for revisions - Estimated total annual burden: $3,868 - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this notice - Place of Performance/Contact: - FAA West Certification Branch, Des Moines, WA
Description
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection related to Certificated Training Centers. These centers provide training to aviation employees, typically pilots, on various equipment when training is not conducted in-house. The collected information enables aviation safety inspectors to review and surveil training centers to ensure compliance with airman training, testing, and certification requirements, thereby maintaining safety standards in air commerce.